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IPL 2026: SRH Sign U-19 Star Ambrish as Replacement for Injured Mavi

Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed promising all-rounder RS Ambrish as a replacement for injured pacer Shivam Mavi for the remainder of IPL 2026. Ambrish, a right-arm medium pacer and left-handed batter, impressed during India's Under-19 World Cup triumph where he took 11 wickets. Mavi has been ruled out due to a groin injury, while SRH have previously brought in Gerald Coetzee and Dilshan Madushanka as replacements. The Pat Cummins-led side, currently third on the points table, will host Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday.

Key Points: IPL 2026: SRH Sign Ambrish as Mavi Injury Replacement

  • SRH sign RS Ambrish as injury replacement for Shivam Mavi
  • Ambrish was a standout performer in India's U-19 World Cup win
  • Mavi ruled out with groin injury for remainder of IPL 2026
  • SRH currently on a five-match winning streak, third on points table
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IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad sign Ambrish as replacement for injured Mavi

Sunrisers Hyderabad sign promising U-19 World Cup star RS Ambrish as injury replacement for Shivam Mavi. Details on Ambrish's record and SRH's injury woes.

"Ambrish, who is a right-arm medium pacer and a left-handed batter, will join SRH for INR 30 Lakh - IPL statement"

New Delhi, May 1

Sunrisers Hyderabad have roped in promising seam-bowling all-rounder RS Ambrish as an injury replacement for Shivam Mavi for the remainder of IPL 2026.

Right-arm medium pacer Mavi has been ruled out of the ongoing season due to a groin injury, forcing SRH to sign Ambrish as his replacement. "Ambrish, who is a right-arm medium pacer and a left-handed batter, will join SRH for INR 30 Lakh," said a statement from the IPL on Friday.

Chennai-based Ambrish was part of India's triumphant ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup-winning campaign earlier this year in Zimbabwe and Namibia, where he emerged as one of the standout performers in the tournament.

He finished as the joint-highest wicket-taker for India by claiming 11 wickets, and played a crucial role in guiding the team to the title. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball has marked him out as one of the brightest young prospects in the Indian cricket talent pool.

Previously, SRH brought in Gerald Coetzee and Dilshan Madushanka as replacement players to strengthen their pace attack. South African pacer Coetzee joined the squad in April as a replacement for David Payne, who was ruled out with an ankle injury.

Payne, the fast bowler from England, himself had been signed as a replacement for Australia all-rounder Jack Edwards, who has been sidelined due to a foot injury. Sri Lankan left-arm quick Dilshan Madushanka was added to the SRH roster after Brydon Carse was ruled out due to suffering a hand injury in the nets.

The 2016 champions, are on a five-match winning streak and sit at third spot on the points table. The Pat Cummins-led side will next host three-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders in an afternoon clash at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday.

- IANS

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Priya S
Poor Mavi, injuries keep troubling him. He had such a promising start to his IPL career but hasn't been able to stay fit consistently. Hope he recovers well. Meanwhile, exciting to see another young Indian talent getting a chance - Ambrish seems like a genuine all-rounder which is gold in T20s.
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Michael C
Interesting to see SRH stockpiling pace bowlers - Coetzee, Madushanka, now Ambrish. That's four overseas pacers plus Indian options. But where does Bhuvi fit in? Seems like SRH is planning for future seasons already. Their management is clearly thinking ahead.
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Ajay M
30 lakhs for a U-19 star? That's a steal! In today's IPL, experienced players go for crores. SRH is smart to invest in young Indian talent early. Ambrish has that X-factor - can bowl 140+ and hit sixes at will. This kid could be the next Hardik Pandya if groomed properly.
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Sneha F
Actually, I think SRH should have gone for an experienced Indian pacer instead of another youngster. They already have Natarajan, Bhuvi, and Umran. What if Ambrish needs time to adjust? The team is in a winning streak and might not want to experiment. But okay, good to see domestic talent getting chances. 👏
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James A
The IPL never stops being exciting - even the injury replacements make news! Ambrish seems like a solid addition. That 11 wickets in U-19 WC is impressive. SRH's bowling attack is already looking scary with Cummins, Bhuvi, and

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